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DISCOVER ONE OF CAYMAN’S AMAZING TREASURES

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Strange as it may seem, there is really a place called “Hell” in Cayman’s paradise.

Located in the district of West Bay on Grand Cayman, Hell is a unique natural wonder of rugged blackened limestone outcropping. The jagged formations are a result of millions of years of geological evolution, due to acid rain and consumption of the rock by carbonate-loving organisms. This erosion has left an eerie and desolate looking landscape earning this location its highly appropriate name. The rocks are estimated to be 10 to 15 million years old.

Visitors have been flocking here for decades, for bragging rights that they have “been to Hell and back” or have simply taken someone’s advice to “go to Hell!”

Naturally, the ‘Devil’ roams at Hell and no visit is complete without a photo taken with him, you may also catch a glimpse of an “Angel” while on site.

A postcard dispatched from Hell Post Office is also a good way to share a memorable visit to this site.

Hell is located on lands owned by the Cayman Islands Government, as well as on adjoining areas, which are privately owned and offers a similar experience.

  • star rating  A couple of years ago I stopped at the market in George Town. I bought numerous hand crafted item and regretted that I did not buy a beautiful Caymanite... read more Cross I saw. So this time we were in Cayman in Dec. 2018 and I stopped by the market to get that cross. I was greeted by the most friendly and awesome person named Rosemary. She truly made me fee so special and told me stories about the island and her culture. She shared such a touching story bout one of the items she made with a nativity scene and how the little donkey was so special to her when she was little. I talked with her for an hour enjoying every moment of her stories. In the end she was so thankful I listened with a caring ear and she gave me two of those nativities for each of my children, whom will keep those forever. I wanted to reach out to thank her for her kindness and sharing such wonderful stories and memories about her family. I highly recommend stopping by. There are so many beautiful items for sale.

    0399hack
    February 21, 2019

    star rating  There is a gift shop with a lady named Jane at the cash register and the post office. She'll stamp your passport and send off your post post card.... read more Off to the rear of the shop is an area of rock formation that looks like a lava field.

    HenryChin
    February 28, 2020

    star rating  I used Webster's to transport me to the Crystal Caves. Our tour guide, whose name started with an E, told us all about the history of the island and everything... read more we needed to know.

    morrigan716
    January 12, 2019
  • star rating  I went to Hell and back - Amusing to get postcards stamped, the actual area is behind the post office. 30 mins is more than adequate. Very sweet lady in middle shop.

    MissWorldTraveller2
    February 22, 2020

    star rating  This is a tourist stop, no more, no less. Interesting rock formation, small gift shop. Stop at your own risk.

    Does make for a good punchline - 'We've been... read more to Hell and back"

    Ken3028
    March 2, 2020

    star rating  We arrived on June 8 and was taken to resort by Wilmot - very nice and helpful. On June 14, did the Best of Cayman Tour with Wilmot as... read more our guide. He was very knowledgeable, friendly, helpful at all places we stopped. He took pictures for us, which was great. He even took us back to the airport today when we had to leave. Thank you Wilmot!!

    - Dietz family of 3

    Dora D
    June 15, 2019
  • star rating  Wilmot was an amazing tour guide, who went above and beyond to make sure that he shared all of his Island knowledge with us. I will remember this tour forever... read more and be grateful that I got to meet such a genuinely friendly person.

    I hope to see him again the next time we come back and do another tour!

    I recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in learning about the island!

    KyleCorry
    June 4, 2019

    star rating  My family went to this Craft Market to get some souvenirs for friends and family back at home.

    I usually expect local vendors to be very aggressive... read more and pushy to make their sale but this place was completely different. Very laid back and allowed us to browse around without any pressure of buying something from them.

    When we found stuffs we wanted to buy, the vendors were extremely friendly and helpful. Especially Rosemary. The pricing was fair compare to other places selling similar stuff yet when we decided to buy a bunch, Rosemary took care of us.

    Highly recommend this place to shop for souvenirs.

    EvilPossum
    February 10, 2019

    star rating  My husband and I took the 2 1/2 hour tour to Tortuga, Hell and the Turtle Center. It was the perfect length tour for those looking to hit the highlights... read more of the island and then get back to the beautiful beach! Wilmot was a great guide. He made a few extra stops along the way around the island and was informative and humorous the entire way. The air conditioned van was nice on a hot day. I would highly recommend this tour and ask for Wilmot!

    jfthomp
    June 28, 2019
  • star rating  My husband and I took the $50 “best of cayman “ tour. The stops : Rum Cake Outlet (a tourist trap to buy cake and run that you can get... read more ANYWHERE), Governers Mansion (a drive by blink of eye - pointless ) Hell( this was an ok stop- sent postcards to sons), “Cayman house” (another drive by a house on Main Street completely pointless) and the turtle farm. The turtle farm is great but do not go with this tour! We stayed 45 minutes and could have enjoyed 3 + hours there. This tour provides very limited access, so we could not see the lagoon or the predators. Go on your own and spend an afternoon snorkeling with the turtles. Go across the street and play with the dolphins. Dolphins were not an option on this tour. You can get around easy on bus system and enjoy all this much better without the tour. Our driver Wilmot provided very limited information, could not answer either of my two questions, and told us way too many times to go on trip advisor and give him five stars. We do not recommend this tour. Attached is a picture of Hell. More

    18marianneg
    August 24, 2019

    star rating  What a cool tourist attraction.. They have chickens running all over Hell-literally lol... The monumens behind the store is what is called "Hell" and were very unique. The little shops... read more had funny t-shirts and other touristy items you can buy. Photo op when you pull in.

    foodiemom123
    February 5, 2020

    star rating  We booked the Heart of Grand Cayman Tour on our recent visit to the Grand Cayman Islands. Wilmot was our driver. We had a wonderful time touring a number of... read more areas of Grand Cayman. We especially enjoyed visiting the Caybrew Distillery, Botanical Gardens and Pedro St. James. Wilmot was very informative about the Cayman Island history and development, including the airport expansion which was fascinating to hear.
    The tour is about 3.5 hours in length, but it goes fast. We highly recommend taking this tour.

    SpecialK268
    October 27, 2018
  • star rating  Amusing to get postcards stamped, the actual area is behind the post office. 30 mins is more than adequate. Very sweet lady in mid

    avatar thumb World Traveller
    February 22, 2020

    star rating  Even on a rainy day in the Grand Caymen are there many things to do. OUr private excursion with Berres as our guide from Webster's Tour made it amazing.... read more A must see the Crystal Caves. Then stopped at Hell- a littel disappointing, not much really to see but evryone goes there to say they have gone to Hell. Then stops at the Rum Cake Factory and Rum Distillery. After the Crystal Caves these site not as exciting, must if you have time make the stops. Berres with his incredible information about the island was awesome, he drove us around to the points of interst such as Blow Holes, Pointed out where the movie "The Firm" had the piece of the movie in the Cayman Island. Other historic growth about the island. Thank you Berres and Webster Tours for an exceeds expectation of this private excursion

    Marianne S
    June 3, 2019

    star rating  Hell features tourist trap rips offs and some interesting rocks without any explanation. Yes there is a postal service but this was a let down and Grand Cayman would... read more do well to get rid of this in its present form.

    Jeremy C
    March 11, 2020
  • star rating  took the tour "Flavors of Cayman Island Tour " with Alfredo as a guide. I had a lot of fun. I'd like to mention that Alfredo is very professional... read more and improved my experience quite a lot. He is a five stars guide for sure.

    Veronica354
    November 5, 2019

    star rating  Booked through Costco Travel. Shuttle service to and from the airport and the tours were excellent. Great way to see the island.

    siutech32
    December 15, 2018

    star rating  Stunning Geologic Limestones and Dolomite Rock Formations is the main attraction. It's quite unusual site with an impression of volcanic rocks but not - Dolomite and Limestones. It's... read more a small geologic site but worth a stop when in the West Bay area in Grand Cayman. Public bus from George Town passes by the site and the transportation was flawless. The little souvenir shops staff are very hospitable and makes you fell welcome. Highly recommend!

    avatar thumb EveryStepEveryNation
    November 19, 2022
  • star rating  We booked Webster's for our transport to our condo and back to the airport a week later. The total cost for 2 of us roundtrip was $150. That... read more may seem steep but the ease of the whole process was worth it. We were immediately greeted when we exited baggage claim, helped with our bags, and taken directly to our condo. 7 days later at exactly the time they said they would pick us up, they were there. No hassle whatsoever. Nice air-conditioned bus. Friendly drivers.
    Thanks for the ease of transport.

    X5437OP
    April 10, 2019

    star rating  Stopped by early in the morning before the cruise ship crowd and met two wonderful vendors named Janet and Rosemary. Janet braids thatch onsite and I purchased one of her... read more beautiful hand made hats. Prices are reasonable and the service is provided with a smile. Also bought a beautiful Caymanite necklace from Rosemary. Rosemary is a dear- we had great conversation and she even corded my necklace again when I told her that I wanted it to be longer. Definitely two gals you must see. The market is small but good quality items specially at these two booths. Small chickens sometimes run around but where is that not the norm in Cayman! Fun time.

    ACoupleTravelers1
    August 6, 2019

    star rating  We booked Webster's for our transport to our condo and back to the airport a week later. The total cost for 2 of us roundtrip was $150. That... read more may seem steep but the ease of the whole process was worth it. We were immediately greeted when we exited baggage claim, helped with our bags, and taken directly to our condo. 7 days later at exactly the time they said they would pick us up, they were there. No hassle whatsoever. Nice air-conditioned bus. Friendly drivers.
    Thanks for the ease of transport.

    X5437OP
    April 10, 2019
  • star rating  A “must go to” place in the Cayman Islands, Hell is a small place with a local post office and souvenir shops, famous for its geological formations which protrude from... read more the ground and resemble hell´s landscape, as well as for its name – you can send “Greetings from Hell” from this tiny post-office. Try to plan an hour here and do not forget to bring addresses to those you wish to send postcards to! Stamps can be bought on site. Parking is free.

    Superkatt
    September 5, 2020

    star rating  My wife and I visited Grand Cayman (8day trip) in December 2018 with two other couples - decided to rent bikes (courtesy of Marriot Beach resort as guest) and took... read more a tour of the the west side of Grand Cayman. We decided to Bike to Hell....literally. Its a place of a few small cafe's, some tourist attractions and residential houses. The outlaying shoreline of Hell has these cool looking "jagged" rock formations. It took us about 5-6hrs to visit from Georgetown to Hell and back. Great time. We did visit a small resturant - called Alfresco Restuarant, a very small place overlooking the ocean. The food service was slow.....but is Island time, no hurry. We enjoyed a some fruity drinks and beer. I recommend this place.
    As far as the Bicycles - they are simple and easy to use pedals and comfortable seats. Anyone can ride them. Just beware on some of the streets - they are narrow and cars/vans almost glance off you as they go by. The island people are extremely friendly. Go exploring - we met a great guy with a story about growing up on the island. cool stuff....can't wait to go back to Grand Cayman. Its not cheap though...

    Hunter6793
    August 4, 2020

    star rating  If you are in Grand Cayman then you would just have to visit - just for the name. It’s a small rock formation that looks like lava and comprises that,... read more a post office and 2 gift shops. You can get all sorts of souvenirs with “Hell” on them as well as postcards stamped from Hell. I believe that you can even get your passport stamped from Hell. Just a bit of fun.

    avatar thumb BigMerk
    February 22, 2023
  • star rating  We have all been to hell and back. But this hell is different. Just because of the amazing volcanic like stallicmites, it’s very interesting to see. Not pretty, or colourful,... read more or anything like worth going back to see. The little shop/post office, was a welcomed spot to see this hellish place. The trip to this place is worth every minute in the Caribbean!

    Kunzea1
    May 21, 2020

    star rating  We visited Hell as on of our stops on a tour through Carnival. We visited Hell on September 14, 2022 while cruising onboard the Carnival Horizon. Our Driver was Jaime... read more and he was very entertaining telling us much about the grand Caymans as we went through the town. I personally enjoyed visiting hell it was fun experience and a chance to say we had been there. We got our passport stamped. Got a few postcards and some shirts and visited the rock formations we even took pictures. w did get delayed in Hell for while as one of the people on our tour went missing. Turns out she got on the wrong bus as there were three in our tour going the same places. But our tour guide and the people who own the shop were very attentive and helpful in trying to find her and doing everything they could to help.

    barelycruising
    September 20, 2022

    star rating  My family and I enjoyed Webster’s! They were very professional and friendly. They made us feel like family. Thank you! 🙂

    Crystal A
    August 15, 2019
  • star rating  5 minute stop. Devil and Angel cut-outs are alone are worth the stop. Shop is an experience, tons of T-shirts and tourist stuff inside and very passionate owner. ... read more Old lava-field in a swampy area behind post office & Store.

    Gabriel B
    February 11, 2020

    star rating  Interesting historical story that goes along with the place. My teenage daughters loved send postcards out to their friends with the post office from hell stamp on it.

    994maiyal
    July 5, 2022

    star rating  I love crafts and this was a perfect place to stop at. I especially liked Cayman Drift where she had beautiful items all repurposed

    Donna T
    March 2, 2019

LOCATION

93 Hell Road,
West Bay, Grand Cayman

OPENING HOURS

The site is accessible at all times.
Gift shops and restrooms are open daily from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.

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